Opadry®
Complete Film Coating System
Opadry® is the original one-step film coating system combining polymers, plasticizers and pigment in a dry concentrate.
Coating Parameters – Aqueous Formulas
Opadry®, complete film coating system, is a one-step product combining polymer, plasticizer and pigment, as required, in a dry concentrate. It provides excellent film forming capabilities including sharp logo definition, high tensile strength and good
adhesion properties
The coating parameters listed in the table below are based on Colorcon data. Individual product and machine functions should be taken into account and conditions altered as required.
* Pan speed should be set so that even mixing of the bed occurs. This will be influenced by tablet size, shape, friability and baffle type in the pan.
** Recommended for pigmented formulations. For clear formulations, we recommend 5-10% solids.
† Tablet charge is dependent on tablet size and shape.